Sydney Science Festival

Saturday, 18th August 2018

The Sydney Science Festival returns in 2018 with a program of astronomical proportions. Taking place from Tuesday 7 – Sunday 19 August, the Festival rockets into venues around Sydney and is overflowing with hands on science experiences for all ages.

Venue:Powerhouse Museum, 500 Harris Street, Ultimo

Tickets: The program includes both free and ticketed events. Please refer to the program website to confirm event pricing.

Time: 10am - 5pm

Featuring 13 days jam-packed with over 200 events across 90 venues, the Sydney Science Festival brings together some of the greatest minds in science today, including Sydney Science Festival Ambassador and astronomer, Lisa Harvey-Smith, Indigenous Astronomer Kirsten Banks, leading Artificial Intelligence expert Ellen Broad, A.I. researcher Toby Walsh, comedian and public health practitioner Alanta Colley, former Greens leader Bob Brown, and 2018 Australian of the Year quantum physicist Michelle Simmons.

Now in its fourth year, Sydney Science Festival is produced by the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS) and the Australian Museum as part of National Science Week, in partnership with Inspiring Australia.

The program spans multiple locations across Sydney. Please refer to the program website to confirm event location.